Come and Experience Winterfest At The Seattle Center - Seattle, Washington

Nothing says winter, quite like Winterfest! Winterfest at the Seattle Center, is an annual seasonal event you don't want to miss. The Seattle Center is transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, music, dance, ice skating and so much more. Most of the activities and events are free or quite affordable. Be sure to bring the entire family and experience the fun and joy that Winterfest has to offer!

The following list includes many of the activities available during Winterfest, their costs and the hours of operation.

Winterfest Ice Rink

Bundle up and have a blast as you glide across the sleek frozen ice, while holiday tunes enhance the season. Ice skating is an event the whole family will enjoy.

When: Nov. 26 - Jan. 2, 2011
Sun. - Thurs., 11am - 8pm
Fri. - Sat., 11am - 10pm
Special hours: Dec. 24 closes at 4pm, Dec 25 closed, Dec 31 closes at 11:30pm.

Where: located in the Fisher Pavilion

Cost: $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, $2 children ages 5 and under, includes skate rental.

Winter Train and Village

You can be the conductor and drive a turn of the century train through a miniature turn of the century village.

When: Nov. 26 - Dec. 31, 10am - 7pm

Where: Center House

Cost: free, although a $2.00 donation is appreciated.

Members of the public have a chance to drive the turn of the century train between 10:30am - 12:30pm, 1:30pm - 3:30pm and 4:30pm - 6:30pm daily.

Fireside Singing

Warm up around the crackling bonfire and join the Folksingers as they fill the air with traditional and contemporary holiday songs.

When: Saturdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18, 5pm - 7pm

Where: outside of the Fisher Pavilion

Cost: free

Ice Sculpting

Watch as award winning artists create glistening sculptures with ice, or return later to view their works of ice sculpted art.

When: Saturdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18, 12 noon - 2pm

Where: outside of the Fisher Pavilion

Cost: free

The Winterfest Premier Events include live entertainment such as: orchestra performances, big band dancing and smooth jazz music. Grab a dance partner and join in the fun. For even more entertainment, you can take in a live show of magic, physical feats, multicultural celebrations and international art.

'Tis the season to be jolly, so get away from it all and have a glorious time at Winterfest this holiday season!

Tips: Be sure to dress warm, wear comfortable shoes and don't forget to bring a camera!

Seattle Center is located at:
305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109

http://www.seattlecenter.com/